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Preparation

Brown meat in 2 tbsp olive oil for about 15 minutes.
While the meat cooks chop the red onion and fry it in 1 tbsp olive oil until translucent and fragrant 5 -7 mins.Add the cumin and fry for 30 more seconds. Add garlic and fry for 1 more minute.
Chop parnsnip , turnip , rutabaga,cellery,carrot and set aside. Bring together the meat and the onions, the red wine, the water+ beef base ( or stock) and cook on low for 1.5 hrs
For the last hour add the chopped vegetables
15-20 minutes before the end of cooking add the cubed potatoes and scallions salt and pepper
Add cilantro and parsley before turning off the stove.
Serve with polenta or just a good italian bread